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[quote=Anonymous]Even if they say parents can attend DO NOT GO. DC's school was very clear about this -- it will harm your DC's chances if you appear too involved. DC should make all appointments for tours and visits (you can obviously oversee this if you are concerned about logistics). Parents can go on campus tours and to large information sessions. But you should not attend smaller groups, information sessions at your DC's high school, class visits, interviews, college fairs. You may hear about other parents going to these things but your DC will look better if they appear to be independent. And its good for them to start using those skills on their own to prepare for college.

The only questions from parents that are appropriate are about money. Questions about the content of the education, student life, etc, should come from the applicant. For example, if you, the parent, ask about greek life, that sends the signal that you want to be involved with your DC's social life when they go to school. If your DC cares about greek like, they'll ask the question themselves.

If your DC is interested in a school they should attend every local visit with admissions reps that they are invited to. These will involve the specific admissions reps for this region and they will get to know your DC and see their strong interest.[/quote]

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